SB 5108-S - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 2ND SUB)

     Declares that a task force on missing and exploited children is established in the Washington state patrol.

     Authorizes the task force to assist law enforcement agencies, upon request, in cases involving missing or exploited children by:  (1) Direct assistance and case management;

     (2) technical assistance;

     (3) personnel training;

     (4) referral for assistance from local, state, national, and international agencies; and

     (5) coordination and information sharing among local, state, interstate, and federal law enforcement and social service agencies.

     Makes an appropriation of an unspecified amount to carry out the purposes of the act.